Why electrohypersensitivity and related symptoms are caused by non-ionizing man-made electromagnetic fields: An overview and medical assessment

Abstract

Overview

Much of the controversy over the cause of electrohypersensitivity (EHS) lies in the absence of recognized clinical and biological criteria for a widely accepted diagnosis. EHS is frequently associated with multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), suggesting a combined neurologic syndrome irrespective of the causal origin.

Findings

• Electrohypersensitivity is triggered by environmental causes leading to neurological pathophysiological changes.
• Contrary to unfounded claims, the research refutes the nocebo effect hypothesis for EHS, presenting it instead as a severe, objective pathophysiological state worsened by EMF exposure.
• Exposure to non-thermal anthropogenic EMFs is shown to be particularly harmful, affecting even healthy individuals.
• The study focuses on the effects of extremely low frequencies, wireless communications, and microwave EMF.

Conclusion

Given the evaluation against WHO's causality criteria, the research establishes a clear causal link between man-made EMF and EHS. The growing global prevalence of EHS urges the acknowledgment of EHS as a distinct, EMF-related pathological condition by health authorities, including WHO.